Statistics and probability
Combination
A selection in which order does not matter.
Common notation C(n,r)=n!/[r!(n−r)!]
In one sentence
What does Combination mean?
A selection in which order does not matter.
How it is written
C(n,r)=n!/[r!(n−r)!]
A compact example
Choosing 2 members from 5 gives 10 combinations.
Other names and search terms
binomial coefficient.
Clear answers
Questions about Combination
What does Combination mean in mathematics?
A selection in which order does not matter.
How is Combination written?
A common notation is C(n,r)=n!/[r!(n−r)!].
What is an example of Combination?
Choosing 2 members from 5 gives 10 combinations.